The WINS Podcast

Mary-Estelle Kapalu Mahuk is a household name in Vanuatu, known as the country's 'Golden Mama.'

She was a champion in the 400 metres and 400 hurdles, competing in three Olympics, four World Championships and winning eight Pacific Games gold medals.

Georgilla Worwor is a sports journalist from Vanuatu - she spoke to Mary-Estelle about her journey from a small island called Tanna, to creating a legacy as one of Vanuatu's most successful athletes.

This story was produced for Women in News and Sport (WINS), run by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation's International Development Unit and funded by Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade through the Team Up program.

Ryan Pierse ​is a renowned Australian sports photographer with Getty Images, responsible for capturing many iconic moments.

He's shared what it takes to get the perfect shot, with Annesha Ghosh - a sports journalist from India.

This story was produced for Women in News and Sport (WINS), run by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation's International Development Unit and funded by Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade through the Team Up program.

Coaching is still very much a man's domain across the world, but it's even more challenging for women to break through in India.

Prarthana Hazarika is a sports journalist from India, and she has produced this feature on local athletics coach Mani Kanchan and her quest to see more women at the top. She also spoke to male coach Nabajit Mala kar.

This story was produced for Women in News and Sport (WINS), run by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation's International Development Unit and funded by Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade through the Team Up program.

This year's Caribbean Premier League saw the introduction of a new piece of sports technology, that could be a game changer for cricket.

The 'smart ball' was developed by Sportcor and Kookaburra, and it's hoped it could help players from the grassroots through to the elite level.

Niharika Raina is a sports journalist from India and she spoke to Sportcor Chairman, and former Australian paceman Michael Kasprowicz, about the invention. But what does the cricket community think it can contribute to the game? Former West Indies cricketer turned commentator Ian Bishop gives his view.

This story was produced for Women in News and Sport (WINS), run by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation's International Development Unit and funded by Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade through the Team Up program.

"Pursuing the Olympic dream" tells the stories of how female athletes across Asia and the Pacific are handling the disruption caused by the 2020 coronavirus pandemic to their sports.

In this episode Beatrice Go finds out what it took for sprinter Kristina Knott to represent the Philippines. It was especially difficult considering Kristina grew up in the USA.

This podcast supports women in the Pacific and Asia to become sports journalists. It is part of the Women in News and Sport Program (WINS) run by Australian Broadcasting Corporation's International Development team and is supported by Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

"Pursuing the Olympic dream" tells the stories of how female athletes across Asia and the Pacific are handling the disruption caused by the 2020 coronavirus pandemic to their sports.

In Papua New Guinea, journalist Dorcas Tindri interviews a young track and field athlete whose career took a detour after the birth of her child.

This podcast supports women in the Pacific and Asia to become sports journalists. It is part of the Women in News and Sport Program (WINS) run by Australian Broadcasting Corporation's International Development team and is supported by Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

"Pursuing the Olympic dream" tells the stories of how female athletes across Asia and the Pacific are handling the disruption caused by the 2020 coronavirus pandemic to their sports.

For Filipino boxing star Irish Magno the pandemic was just another hurdle to jump on her way to the Olympic dream. Ceej Tantengco from the "Go Hard Girls" podcast shares her story.

This podcast supports women in the Pacific and Asia to become sports journalists. It is part of the Women in News and Sport Program (WINS) run by Australian Broadcasting Corporation's International Development team and is supported by Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

"Pursuing the Olympic dream" tells the stories of how female athletes across Asia and the Pacific are handling the disruption caused by the 2020 coronavirus pandemic to their sports.

Even in Fiji where Rugby spirit runs deep there are still stereotypes to be broken about female players. Karalaini Tavi spoke to the captain of the nation's women's rugby team who describes her experience, including how the team is coping while training through the pandemic. She also chatted to the Fijiana 7s Head Coach.

This podcast supports women in the Pacific and Asia to become sports journalists. It is part of the Women in News and Sport Program (WINS) run by Australian Broadcasting Corporation's International Development team and is supported by Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

"Pursuing the Olympic dream" tells the stories of how female athletes across Asia and the Pacific are handling the disruption caused by the 2020 coronavirus pandemic to their sports.

Lovlina Borgohain wants to be the first female athlete to represent her region in India at the next Olympics. Sports broadcaster Prarthana Hazarika chronicles Lovlina's Olympic boxing dream, and why other young female athletes should not hesitate when deciding to compete. For more, look out for the "Breaking Barriers"podcast.

This podcast supports women in the Pacific and Asia to become sports journalists. It is part of the Women in News and Sport Program (WINS) run by Australian Broadcasting Corporation's International Development team and is supported by Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

"Pursuing the Olympic dream" tells the stories of how female athletes across Asia and the Pacific are handling the disruption caused by the 2020 coronavirus pandemic to their sports.

The role of Chef de Mission is a prestigious role and to look after a national Olympic team can be the highlight of anyone's career.

Gabrielle Apelu speaks with Samoa's Olympic team leader Nynette Sass.

This podcast supports women in the Pacific and Asia to become sports journalists. It is part of the Women in News and Sport Program (WINS) run by Australian Broadcasting Corporation's International Development team and is supported by Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.